prevent (A2)

カタカナ: プリベント

IPA: /prɪˈvent/

Definition

To stop something from happening or to stop someone from doing something.

意味: 何かが起こるのを阻止する、または誰かが何かをするのをやめさせること。

Examples / 例文

• The police were able to prevent the robbery. — The police were able to prevent the robbery.

• Good hygiene can help prevent the spread of disease. — Good hygiene can help prevent the spread of disease.

• We must take action to prevent further damage to the environment. — We must take action to prevent further damage to the environment.

Prevent の日本語訳

Japanese translations of Prevent:

• 防ぐ
• 予防する
• 妨げる

How to Use Prevent

prevent [someone/something] from [doing something] (prepositional phrase)

To stop someone or something from doing or achieving something. — "The security guard prevented the intruder from entering the building."

prevent [something] (collocation)

To stop an event or situation from happening. — "Early detection can prevent the disease from spreading."

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